Senior Research Manager, EHS

Job Description

Who we are..

Verdantix are an award-winning, independent research, advisory and events firm; that acts as an essential thought-leader for world-enhancing innovation through our expertise in digital strategies for Sustainability, Real Estate & Built Environment, ESG, Operational Excellence, and Net Zero. From our offices in Central London, New York City and Boston, we produce high quality research, deliver consulting projects and create events for senior managers, technology executives and investors.

The role..

The Senior Manager will be responsible for leading this established research area which will cover different facets of how technology is used across the Environment, Health, Safety and Quality sectors. They will set the commercial and research strategy for the EHS & Quality research team located in London and NYC. This individual will have excellent client facing skills, a deep knowledge of research methodologies and experience in managing analysts as well as research and consulting projects. The successful candidate will have the ambition, intellectual prowess and management skills to drive the team forward.

What you’ll be doing..

• Lead the EHSQ research practice under the guidance of research management; conducting research projects based on the established portfolio of Verdantix methodologies.
• Develop the practice by hiring junior and experienced analysts.
• Create the annual research plan to constantly expand the Verdantix proposition into new market segments and anticipate client needs.
• Deliver high impact, influential studies and establishing long-term relationships with C-level clients.
• Provide feedback to analysts to improve the structure, key messages, language and business insights of written research deliverables.
• Manage analysts on a day-to-day basis to help them develop research skills, presentation skills, client facing skills and writing skills.
• Scope and design consulting projects with business analysis skills and conceptual thinking.
• Articulate the value of Verdantix research to new prospects in sales calls, meetings, conferences and networking events.
• Develop deep client relationships with individuals in leading roles in the EHS sector.
• Give speeches at industry conferences and client events to build awareness of the Verdantix brand.
• Achieve and maintain thought leadership and a high profile in the relevant business sector.

What we’re looking for..

• Significant work experience in a technology analyst firm, market research firm or consulting firm, or EHS technology development or implementation space.
• Educated to degree level with a preference for top-tier universities. Relevant degrees or a background in fields such as Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Economics, Mechanical Engineering are also of particular interest.
• Experience in conducting technology research, business analysis and modelling, technology analysis, and presenting to clients would be a plus.
• Strong knowledge of the world of EHS in a business context, its use cases, and major trends.
• A good understanding of the agendas of Heads of EHS is a big plus.
• Superior client management skills including communication, interpersonal and listening skills.
• Excellent time management skills and organisational skills.
• Intellectual ability to analyse diverse business problems and rapidly structure solutions through research activities.
• Proven ability and desire to manage the production of high-quality written deliverables for executive clients.
• Commercial perspective and desire to help win new business through sales support, client meetings and networking.
• Vision and ego-strength to grow with the business and constantly enhance the client value proposition.
• Career goal to manage a team of highly capable analysts.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings on an ad hoc basis for short periods typically no longer than 3 days.
• World class sense of humour.
• Perfect written English and fluent spoken English.

Additional benefits..

• Performance-driven quarterly bonus and recognition scheme.
• Pension with enhanced employer contribution.
• Generous holiday entitlement, accruing an extra day with every year worked (local capping applies).
• Hybrid working option with the aim of promoting flexibility and work-life balance.
• Private medical insurance including online GP service, mental health support, discounted gym memberships.
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits.
• Weekly ‘flexi-hour’ to extend a lunch break or finish early on your day of choice.
• Cycle to work scheme – tax efficient purchase of a bike, bike accessories, or both.
• Time off for volunteering through our partner OnHand: an app for local volunteering and climate action.
• Multiple events throughout the year, including Company Ramble & Sports Day, plus regular team socials.
• Strong focus on learning and development with career plans for all employees.
• Dog-friendly office.
• Fantastic colleagues with a great sense of humour!

Our Values…

Verdantix follows five values: independence, accuracy, confidentiality, curiosity, and sustainability. These values guide all employee activities and are at the forefront of everything we do.

Why Verdantix?

We seek individuals with a passionate belief that innovation and technology can transform corporate EHS, operational risk and real estate performance. People who thrive at Verdantix have a proven work ethic, a desire to be challenged, and a strong sense of curiosity. Our management culture and career development is based on achievements, skills and behaviours with quarterly reviews that keep individuals and the firm on track. We recognize that everyone on the Verdantix team has a significant contribution to make to the growth of the business. We operate with a high level of transparency about business performance and include all employees in big decisions such as growth strategies and new product launches. Come and join our growing team!

Verdantix is a winner of ‘The 2021 Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the International Trade’ category. The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise are the most prestigious awards in the United Kingdom. Verdantix won the Queen’s Award due to its sustained growth in international trade over the last three years – including through the pandemic. This rapid, consistent growth reflects demand for the high-quality research and advisory services that Verdantix provides to clients in seventeen countries.

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